Is there parking available nearby?

Convenient public parking is available close to the premises in Bundoran town centre. Guests can easily access the bar, restaurant, and accommodation within a short walking distance.

Is your venue family-friendly?

Absolutely. We welcome families and offer a relaxed, friendly atmosphere suitable for all ages. Children are catered for, making it a great spot for family meals by the sea.

Is the venue accessible?

We strive to make Maddens Bridge as accessible as possible. Our ground-floor areas, including the bar and restaurant, are accessible. If you have specific accessibility requirements, we recommend contacting us in advance so we can ensure the best possible experience during your visit.

Do you have live music or events?

Yes! We host live music, events, and festivals throughout the year. Keep an eye on our social media pages and events section for upcoming dates and lineups.

Do you cater for dietary requirements?

Absolutely. We cater for a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, coeliac, and common allergens. Please let us know when booking or speak to your server on arrival and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Can I book accommodation and a restaurant table together?

Accommodation and restaurant bookings are managed through separate systems. We recommend booking both in advance, especially during busy periods and weekends, to avoid disappointment.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available for all guests throughout the bar, restaurant, and guesthouse.

Is there outdoor seating?

Yes, we have a heated and covered outdoor beer garden with front-row sea-facing seats overlooking Donegal Bay — one of the best spots in town for a sunset.

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Q: Do you accept walk-ins?

While we do our best to accommodate walk-ins, we highly recommend booking a table in advance. During peak times, walk-in guests can expect a minimum wait of 2 hours or more. Booking ahead is the best way to guarantee your table.

Oceanfront Dining on the Wild Atlantic Way
Bar, Restaurant & Guesthouse in Bundoran — Ireland's premier surf town. Fresh Atlantic seafood, craft beers, and uninterrupted views of Donegal Bay and world-renowned surf spot 'The Peak'.

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ABOUT MADDENS BRIDGE BAR & RESTAURANT

Maddens Bridge Bar & Restaurant sits proudly on the bridge in the centre of Bundoran, renowned as a surfer’s paradise, children’s sandpit and walkers’ delight. Uninterrupted views of Donegal Bay and world-renowned surf spot ‘The Peak’ can be enjoyed from our restaurant dining room, quirky bar and outdoor front-row sea-facing seats.

Our 9-bedroom contemporary-style guesthouse boasts two large sea-view rooms and a promise of a breathtaking vista of our magical slice of the Wild Atlantic Way as you emerge for breakfast each morning. Enjoy epic sunsets, from pink to burning red and everything in between, designed to help you relax and unwind—sleeping in comfortable beds and enjoying simple, well-executed food that follows the rhythms of the season and the coastal landscape.

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Bundoran is also a gateway to the North-West, bordering Sligo, Leitrim and Fermanagh, making the Bridge Bar the ideal base for touring the North-West of Ireland.
Throughout the day and night, tourists and locals mingle in the warm friendly ambiance of this lively pub. In true Irish style this pub is full of character and designed with a mixture of church and country-style decor adorned with wood and bric-brac.

Bundoran runs for a mile along the coast road and has a fantastic beach along with some of the finest scenic coastal walks in Ireland. Surfers from around the world descend on Bundoran throughout the year to catch the epic swells rolling in from the Atlantic. Bundoran is known among the surfing community to have the best surfing coast in Europe.

If you’re on the road with your family, click here to download the kids’ activities sheet.

*When booking you get a choice of "indoor" or "outdoor"(Heated & Covered) dining depending on availability and time of year.

Table bookings are for restaurant dining only. The maximum table size is 6 persons (including children). Credit card details are required to secure your booking. We offer both indoor and outdoor (heated & covered) dining, subject to availability. We highly recommend booking in advance, during peak times, walk-in guests can expect a minimum wait of 2 hours.

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REVIEWS

Great atmosphere, lovely staff, one of the best meals we've had for a long time 😋. Oysters to die for.
The menu clearly states there is a service charge applied, which isn't excessive. It's also clearly written that you are under no obligation to pay it, we were also asked, as were other diners, if we were happy to, I didn't hear anyone object.
If we're ever back in the area, we would definitely eat there again, or stay over if possible.

Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5

Christine Vickers